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Children's picture books about mothers and Mother's Day
Updated April 26, 2023
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The Berenstain Bears we love our mom!
Berenstain, Jan 1923-2012
Paper Book
With Mother's Day only a week away, Brother and Sister Bear are looking for the perfect present for Mama. After all, Mama Bear is always there for her cubs! When Brother scrapes his knees, Mama is there with bear hugs and kisses. When Sister Bear needs help with her homework, Mama always lends a...
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The Berenstain Bears and the Mama's Day surprise
Berenstain, Stan 1923-2005
Paper Book
Come for a visit with the Berenstain Bears in this beloved story that's perfect to teach children about the importance of thoughtfulness and family, great for a storytime read this Mother's Day! A classic First Time Book; from Stan and Jan Berenstain. It's Mother's Day, and Papa...
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Clifford's happy Mother's Day
Bridwell, Norman.
Paper Book
Puppy Clifford helps Emily Elizabeth find just the right gifts for mother's day.
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I love Mom with the very hungry caterpillar
Carle, Eric
Paper Book
Celebrate Mom's special day with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this colorful book featuring Eric Carle's joyful illustrations. Show Mom just how much she means with this colorful book from the World of Eric Carle. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he honors Mother's Day and...
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My mommy hung the moon : a love story
Curtis, Jamie Lee 1958-
Audiobook
My mommy hung the moon. She tied it with string. My mommy's good at EVERYTHING. The ninth children's book by the #1 New York Times bestselling team of Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell is a celebration of unconditional love between mother and child. Mommy is the best at...
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Llama Llama home with Mama
Dewdney, Anna
Paper Book
Llama Llama, morning light. Feeling yucky, just not right. Down to breakfast. Tiny sneeze. Sniffle, snuffle. Tissues, please! Ah-choo!Uh-oh, Llama Llama's nose is feeling tickly, his throat is feeling scratchy, and his head is feeling stuffy....
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Llama Llama misses mama
Dewdney, Anna
Paper Book
Strange new teacher. Strange new toys. Lots of kids and lots of noise! What would Llama like to do? Llama Llama feels so new . . . It's Llama Llama's first day of preschool! And Llama Llama's mama makes sure he's ready. They meet the teachers. See the...
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My new mom & me
Galindo, Renata
Paper Book
A heartwarming "tail" about adoption, diversity, and acceptance - a perfect storytime read this Mother's Day! Told from the point of view of a puppy who is adopted by a cat, this gentle and reassuring tale is perfect for very young readers and listeners. When the...
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T. Rex and the Mother's Day hug
Grambling, Lois G.
Paper Book
It's Mother's Day, and T. Rex wants to do something really special for his mama. No more boring chocolates or fern-decorated living rooms or completely wallpapered dining rooms for Mama Rex this year! This time, T. Rex has the perfect gift idea that he knows Mama Rex is going to love SOOO...
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Baby penguins love their mama!
Guion, Melissa
Paper Book
Perfect for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day . . . or any day! When you're a mama penguin with lots (and lots) of little ones to take care of, the days can melt together in a blur. Monday: swimming lessons. Tuesday: sliding. Wednesday: waddling. And on and on. Mama loves her...
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I love you, Mommy
Harker, Jillian.
Ebook
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I'll love you forever
Hart, Owen
Paper Book
Polar Bear and Cub explore the beauty of their home in the Arctic as the seasons change. Throughout the journey, Polar Bear reassures Cub that no matter what changes occur in nature-snow falling in winter, flowers blooming in spring, air warming in summer, and leaves changing color in fall-the...
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Mommy time
James-Duncan, Monique
Paper Book
This intimate picture book debut captures the joys--and occasional struggles--of being a stay-at-home parent. Rollicking rhyme and playful illustrations record a day in the life of two rambunctious children and their stay-at-home mother. As fun as it is being a kid, it can be...
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Pinkalicious : Mother's Day surprise
Kann, Victoria
Audiobook
Stay tuned for a brand-new show coming in winter 2018 to PBS Kids: Pinkalicious & Peterrific! Pinkalicious plans to surprise Mommy with breakfast in bed and a special poem--until she gets a case of writer's block! Will inspiration strike in time? #1 New York Times bestselling author...
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Mamasaurus
Lomp, Stephan
Paper Book
This colorful and reassuring picture book follows Babysaurus on an adventure as he enlists his prehistoric friends to seek his Mamasaurus. Is his Mamasaurus the fastest in the jungle? No. Is she the loudest? No. Is she the best flyer? No! Of course, Mamasaurus has been right there all along. And...
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Just me and my mom
Mayer, Mercer 1943-
Paper Book
Head to the big city with Little Critter and his mom in this adventurous picture book that makes for the perfect Mother's Day present! Mercer Mayer's Little Critter is spending a special day with his mom in this classic, funny, and heartwarming story. Whether the duo is at the...
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Leo loves Mommy
McQuinn, Anna
Paper Book
Leo, Lola's little brother from Leo Loves Baby Time, is back in a new adventure with Mommy! Perfect for Mother's Day or every day, this sweet companion to Leo Loves Daddy and spin-off of the best-selling Lola Reads series is sure to delight. Leo and Mommy love to...
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Love you forever
Munsch, Robert N. 1945-
Ebook
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In our mothers' house
Polacco, Patricia.
Paper Book
A heartwarming story of family, love, and celebrating what makes us special, from master storyteller Patricia Polacco, author of Thank You, Mr. Falker. Marmee, Meema, and the kids are just like any other family on the block. In their cozy home, they cook dinner together,...
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How to raise a mom
Reagan, Jean 1965-
Paper Book
Celebrate the bond between moms and children with this humorous New York Times-bestseller that invites the kids to do the hard work of raising their mom...if just for a day! This humorous new addition to the beloved HOW TO . . . books takes readers through a playful, busy...
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The best mother
Surrisi, Cynthia
Paper Book
When Maxine wakes up on the wrong side of the bed one morning, she wonders if the problem might be her mother. What if she could try out a new mom who doesn't make her brush her teeth or comb her hair? Enlisting Mom to help her with the search, Maxine interviews various prospects to be her new...
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The night before Mother's Day
Wing, Natasha
Paper Book
It's Mother's Day! Celebrate moms everywhere with spa treatments, tasty treats, and more in this installment of Natasha Wing's best-selling series. It's the night before Mother's Day, and Dad and the kids are determined to show Mom just how much they love her. They whip up a cake...
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